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Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Sweet & Savory Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken Recipe Delight

This Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for weeknight meals or special gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice fresh or 100% canned
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Oil for Searing/Grilling
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions optional
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • grill
  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together brown sugar, pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce, olive oil, rice vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes until well-combined.
  2. Add the boneless, skinless chicken to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are thoroughly coated. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, basting with leftover marinade.
  4. Alternatively, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the chicken for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. For pan-searing, heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side.
  6. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken for 6–12 hours. Always check the internal temperature to ensure it reaches 165°F (74°C).

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